Eugene is the original Animal House town, and who wants to get mixed up with less-than-conscientious tenants?

Oregon bankruptcy filings fell 15% for the year ending in March 2013, and business filings plummeted 28%.

Metro West Ambulance, a Hillsboro-based, family-owned medical-transportation services company, celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. JD Fuiten, Metro West’s president, is also marking 35 years at the helm of the company his father started in Forest Grove in 1953.

Hood River-based Global Sessions provides destination management and event services for businesses seeking an out-of-the-ordinary corporate retreat.

Industry leaders are concerned about cyber crime. Fifty-four percent say cyber crimes are a major threat to business, while 44% are somewhat concerned cyber crime will impact their business in the near future.

We know this month’s cover story about the business of sex will grab readers’ attention. But we also hope you will take note of our magazine redesign, which we unveil this issue. Along with a more sophisticated look, we have added new editorial content in the front and back of the book.